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Keftethes Apo Ton Pontos (Meat Patties From Pontos)

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These traditional Keftethes from Pontos are a beloved Greek specialty known for their tender texture and robust flavor. Made with a blend of veal and pork, the ground meat is enriched with soaked stale bread, fresh parsley, mint, basil, and a hint of tomato. The addition of bicarbonate of soda ensures the patties puff up beautifully while frying, creating a light interior with a satisfying crunch. These savory bites are perfect for a hearty lunch, a festive mezze spread, or a comforting dinner served alongside roasted potatoes and fresh salad.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12
Calories: 564.5
Description
These traditional Keftethes from Pontos are a beloved Greek specialty known for their tender texture and robust flavor. Made with a blend of veal and pork, the ground meat is enriched with soaked stale bread, fresh parsley, mint, basil, and a hint of tomato. The addition of bicarbonate of soda ensures the patties puff up beautifully while frying, creating a light interior with a satisfying crunch. These savory bites are perfect for a hearty lunch, a festive mezze spread, or a comforting dinner served alongside roasted potatoes and fresh salad.
Ingredients
  • Veal stew meat
  • Pork stew meat
  • Stale bread (thick slices)
  • Onion, finely chopped
  • Garlic, finely chopped
  • Chopped parsley
  • Chopped mint
  • Chopped basil
  • Tomato, peeled and chopped
  • Egg
  • Vinegar
  • Bicarbonate of soda
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Flour, for coating
  • Oil for frying
Directions
  1. 1
    Remove crusts from the stale bread.
  2. 2
    Finely grind the veal and pork together, leaving some fat on the pork for flavor.
  3. 3
    Soak the bread slices in cold water until soft.
  4. 4
    Squeeze the water out of the bread thoroughly and crumble it into a large mixing bowl.
  5. 5
    Add the chopped onion, garlic, parsley, mint, basil, tomato, egg, and vinegar to the bread.
  6. 6
    Stir in the bicarbonate of soda, salt, and pepper.
  7. 7
    Add the ground meat mixture to the bowl.
  8. 8
    Mix everything together lightly but thoroughly using your hands until well combined.
  9. 9
    Cover the bowl and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  10. 10
    Wet your hands to prevent sticking.
  11. 11
    Take about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball.
  12. 12
    Roll each ball in flour to coat evenly.
  13. 13
    Flatten the coated balls into rounds approximately 5 cm (2 inches) in diameter.
  14. 14
    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  15. 15
    Shallow fry the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and puffed up.
  16. 16
    Turn carefully with a spatula or tongs to avoid breaking them.
  17. 17
    Drain fried patties on paper towels.
  18. 18
    Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 564.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.6g29%
Saturated Fat 6.3g32%
Cholesterol 151.2mg51%
Sodium 493.2mg21%
Total Carbohydrate 36.8g13%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 3.8g
Protein 57.4g115%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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